Tagsys CONVYRANT Installation guide

Conveyor Antenna for 270 TL

Installation Guide

Revision 1.0

TAGSYS
April 2004

Conveyor Antenna for 270 TL Installation Guide

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Read This First

Welcome to the TAGSYS RFID System. This Installation Guide is designed to help you get up and
running quickly using this high-quality Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) system. It describes
all you need to know about how to install and use the TAGSYS system and its associated
applications.

It provides a step-by-step guide for the following procedures:

§ Installation of the Conveyor Antenna

§ Configuring the product for use within your library system

§ Using the product with your computer system

This guide is designed for all TAGSYS partners and for TAGSYS Expert Network customers
implementing a low-cost and high-performance RFID solution.

This document does not assume any previous knowledge of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
technology.

Conventions

Symbol Meaning

CAUTION: A note that advises users that a specific action could result in the loss of data or

damage the hardware.
WARNING: A note that advises users that a specific action may result in physical harm.

A note that provides additional information that helps the user perform a task or obtain the
best performance from the product.

Abbreviations and Acronyms

AFI Application Family Identifier
AON All Or None
API Application Programming Interface
RF Radio Frequency

Glossary

Anti-Collision Tag capability making it readable while other tags are present in the RF field.
Antenna An aerial that receives and/or transmits radio frequency signals. Aerials are

manufactured in a variety of forms, shapes and sizes.
BNC Connector Cylindrical metal connector with a copper core that is located at the tip of a

coaxial cable, and is used to connect cables together. It attaches by pushing and twisting the outer
cylinder on to two locking pins.

Coupler See Reader.

Conveyor Antenna for 270 TL Installation Guide

IEC Connector Three-pin connector used on sockets that carry mains electricity to the computer.
All PCs use a male IEC connector and mains lead with a female IEC connector.

Multi-Read See Anti-Collision
Packaged Reader A reader in its casing.
Phase Shift Difference of phase between the 13.56 MHz field emitted by two antennas. This

feature is dedicated to rotating field applications and three-dimensional volume smart label
detection.

Protocol A set of rules governing a particular function, such as the flow of data/information in a
communication system (communication between a smart label and a reader or a reader and a PC
or host computer).

Radio Frequency Identification System (RFID) An automatic identification and data capture
system comprising one or more readers and one or more smart labels in which data transfer is
achieved by means of suitable modulated inductive or radiating electromagnetic carriers.

Reader Electronic system for the communication between smart labels and host computers.
Reader Talks First Chip protocol for exchanges between the reader and the chip, whereby the

chip waits for a command from the reader to which it responds.
RS-232 Electronic Industries Association (EIA) standard for serial interfaces between computers

and peripherals that defines the function, the electrical characteristics and the timing of signals.
RS-485 Electronic Industries Association (EIA) standard for multipoint, differential data

transmission. It allows multiple nodes to communicate bi-directionally over 1 or 2 twisted pairs.
Smart Label Small, flexible tag from the 13.56 MHz TAGSYS product line. A smart label is made

of a chip connected to an etched antenna.

Tag See Smart Label.
Tag Talks First Chip protocol for exchanges between the reader and the chip, whereby the tag

sends information continuously, without waiting for a specific command from the reader.

Transceiver A combined transmitter and receiver.
Transponder A combined receiver/transmitter that automatically transmits a signal when a ‘trigger’

is received by it. The trigger is often a pulse, called an interrogation pulse.

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Table of Contents

Publishing Information 2

Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability 2

Read This First 3

Conventions 3
Abbreviations and Acronyms 3
Glossary 3
If you need assistance 5
Contact for Comments 5
Quality Issues 5

1 For Your Safety 7

1.1 General Use 7

1.2 Care and Maintenance 7

1.3 Important Safety Information 8

1.3.1 Operating Environment 8

1.3.2 Medical Devices 8

2 Certification 9

2.1 Occupational Health and Safety Notices 9

2.2 Regulatory Notices 9

2.2.1 In Europe (CE and RTTE Directives) 9

2.2.2 In USA (FCC Directive) 10

2.2.3 In Canada 11

3 Overview 12

3.1 Delivery Kit 12

4 Installation 14

4.1 Antenna Location 14

4.2 Antennas Active Area 15

4.3 Installing the Conveyor Antenna 16

4.3.1 Guides 17

4.4 Installing the TR-L100 Reader Unit 18

4.5 Installing the Signal/Buzzer Box 18

4.6 Cabling Requirements 19

4.7 Installation Test 19

5 Maintenance 20

5.1 Servicing the Conveyor Antenna 20

5.2 Servicing the Reader Unit 20

5.3 Servicing the Signal Box 20

6 Technical Data 21

6.1 Mechanical Characteristics 21

6.2 Electrical Characteristics 22

7 Warranty Conditions 23

7.1 Warranty 23

7.1.1 Warranty Exclusions 23

7.1.2 General Provisions 24

7.1.3 How to Return Defective Products 24

For Your Safety

1 For Your Safety

1.1 General Use

The Conveyor Antenna is designed to be rugged and reliable and to provide years of trouble-free
service. Please observe the following general tips:

§ Take care not to scratch the device. Keep the device clean. When working with the device,

use only TAGSYS-approved accessories.

§ This device is not waterproof and should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Under extreme

conditions, water may enter the circuitry.

§ Take care not to drop the device or subject it to any strong impact.

§ Protect the device from extreme temperatures. For example, keep it away from heaters and

other heat sources.

§ Do not store or use the device in any location that is extremely dusty, damp, or wet.

§ Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the device. If the surface of the device becomes soiled,

clean it with a soft cloth moistened with a diluted window-cleaning solution.

1.2 Care and Maintenance

This device is a product of superior design and should be handled with care. The suggestions
below will further increase the lifetime of this device.

§ Keep the device and all parts and accessories out of the reach of small children.

§ Keep the device dry. Precipitation, humidity and liquids contain minerals that will corrode

electronic circuits.

§ Do not use or store the device in dusty, dirty areas. Its moving parts can be damaged.

§ Do not store in hot areas. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices and

warp or melt certain plastics.

§ Do not store in cold areas. When the device warms up (to its normal temperature), moisture

can form inside the device, which may damage electronic circuit boards.

§ Do not attempt to open the device. Non-professional handling of the device may damage it.

§ Handle the device with care. Shocks may break internal circuit boards.

§ Do not clean the device with harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents.

Gently wipe the device with a soft cloth slightly dampened in a mild soap-and-water
solution.

§ Do not paint the device. Paint may clog the device’s moving parts and prevent proper

operation.

Conveyor Antenna for 270 TL Installation Guide

1.3 Important Safety Information

1.3.1 Operating Environment

Follow all special regulations that are applicable in any area and always switch off the device
whenever its use is prohibited, or when it may cause interference or danger.

When connecting the device or any accessory to another device, read its user’s guide for detailed
safety instructions. Do not connect incompatible products.

As with all RF equipment, users are advised that the equipment should only be used in its normal
operating position.

1.3.2 Medical Devices

Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio-frequency (RF) signals. However, other
electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your device.

Operation of radio transmitting equipment, including cellular mobile phones, may interfere with the
functionality of inadequately protected medical devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of
the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you
have any questions.